All the Stars Who Took the Stage at the 2023 MTV VMAs

All the Stars Who Took the Stage at the 2023 MTV VMAs

The 2023 MTV VMAs were held in New Jersey on September 12. Every year, the award show attracts attention with incredible performances by artists like Britney Spears, Madonna, Lady Gaga, BLACKPINK, Selena Gomez, and so many more. Take a look at this year’s list of performers and find out who went home with an award.

The VMAs Performers List

The 2023 VMAs featured a wide range of music genres, such as K-pop, rap, and rock. It took place at New Jersey’s Prudential Center on September 12 at 8 p.m. ET.

About a month before the show, MTV had already announced the performers on social media. Keep on reading to see some of the stars who impressed the audience and the viewers at home.

Sabrina Carpenter and NLE Choppa

Sabrina Carpenter and NLE Choppa were two of the artists to hit the VMAs pre-show stage. Sabrina has been quite busy recently since she opened for Taylor Swift’s tour in Mexico.

Pre-Show Performers

NLE Choppa gained popularity with his debut single “Shotta Flow” in 2018 and put on a great show for fans. Both artists were incredible on stage!

Nicki Minaj and Shakira

Last year, Nicki Minaj was given the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, and Shakira was this year’s proud recipient. But she didn’t stop there. She also received the Best Collaboration award for her song with Karol G.

Nicki Minaj and Shakira

Shakira has made history as a VMAs icon as she was the first artist to perform a fully Spanish song at an award show with “La Tortura.”

Olivia Rodrigo and Demi Lovato

Olivia Rodrigo made her return to the VMA stage right after the release of her sophomore album, Guts. She went home with an award for Best Editing for her song “Vampire,” which she also performed for her fans.

Olivia Rodrigo and Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato has not performed at the VMAs since 2017! In honor of her upcoming album REVAMPED, Demi surprised the audience with a medley of some of her  biggest hit songs, including “Cool for the Summer” and “Heart Attack.”